Certification Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 15, 2026.
TRATON is a group of strong brands with a shared mission: transforming transportation together to create the future of sustainable transport solutions. Within TRATON, we include MAN, Scania, Volkswagen Truck & Bus, and International. As part of a global team of industry experts, you get to think bigger, experience more, and reach further. Together, we have the power to transform transportation - Let´s make a difference together. Find out more: www.traton.com
Our values - customer first, respect, team spirit, responsibility, and elimination of waste - are at the heart of everything we do.
Role Summary
This role is a part of TRATON Group R&D, located in Södertälje, Sweden
As a certification engineer in our Global Unit TGRMHCE- E/E, Software and Autonomous Certification you will follow our various development projects and you will plan, support and oversee the certification activities in cooperation with our Technical Services inspectors, the accountable design and testing groups/units from TRATON R&D. Additionally you will support the legal requirement analysis in product development regarding global regulations but also market-specific legislation and you will closely monitor the need of certification in coordination with coming new legislation.
Job Responsibilities
- Coordinate, plan and oversee certification activities within the technical area of E/E, Software and Autonomous products and ADAS -Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
- Be part of the homologation process -with a specific focus on E/E, Software and Autonomous projects -working within a dynamic environment and in close cooperation with technical departments, project teams and technical services.
- Compile approval documentation for vehicles and vehicle components and provide operational assistance in obtaining UNECE/ EU and national approvals worldwide.
- Prepare documentation in accordance with technical specifications and submit documents and products to international type approval authorities to obtain the necessary approvals.
- Contribute to the interpretation of global product-related regulations within your area of expertise and serve as a consultant to the development department.
Who You Are
You are a person that take initiative, enjoy learning new things and like to work with many different groups and colleagues. The work is both individual and collaborative which demand skills in communication and cooperation. The work and contacts is within TRATON, mainly R&D, but also externally with third party certification bodies and in some cases various extent vehicle industry working groups. You are good at creating team spirit and have the ability to share experiences and information with your colleagues in a generous way.
Previous experience from product compliance, product development and knowledge about the vehicle industry is beneficial but not necessary. You may also have experience from working with regulations, standardization and committee work.
As you may understand writing and speaking English is done on daily basis. You are interested in seeing the broader picture and when needed dig into the details. Eager to learn and an open mindset is very appreciated.
- Engineering degree or equivalent qualification
- Several years of professional experience in vehicle technology is appreciated but not mandatory
- Enjoy working as part of a team and possess strong communication and planning skills
- Business fluent proficiency in English. Swedish or German proficiency is appreciated besides English.
- Highly analytical and creative mindset and ability to clearly structure and present complex interdependencies.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds - your unique experience and perspectives is valuable to us.
This Is Us
Our Global Unit TGRMHCE- E/E Software and Autonomous Certification, is working with certification and coming new legislation to approved and certified vehicles. We are working with approval of vehicles and systems in development projects, special order projects, product adaptations and product maintenance projects, for both trucks and buses. We are working closely with our design departments and with the other groups within TRATON R&D. For the approval of our products, we use third-party Technical Services and authorities.
- Ensures certification compliance within the technical area of E/E, Software, autonomous systems and ADAS -Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
- Manages certification processes to comply with regulations for electronic, software, autonomous systems and ADAS -Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
- Coordinates activities with type approval authorities and technical services to meet regulations and standards in E/E , software and autonomous driving areas.
- Provides oversight to ensure compliance in E/E, software and autonomous product certifications and performs legal analysis from a certification perspective.
Within TRATON Group R&D, you are an important part of something bigger. Joining us means gaining access to the ins and outs of the entire transportation industry.
TRATON Offers
We offer a dynamic and engaging workplace where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are part of everyday life. You will be part of a strong team environment that encourages knowledge sharing and close cooperation across functions.
With a structured development plan and a wide range of training opportunities, TRATON Group R&D supports your professional growth both locally and internationally.
Benefits include access to our health center in Gröndal or a wellness allowance, bonus, flexible working hours, and company car leasing. We also arrange events for employees and their families, and for those living in Stockholm, convenient commuting is supported through direct Scania Job express buses to Södertälje.
Application
We look forward to receiving your application, consisting of your CV and kindly ask you not to share a cover letter to ensure an efficient and unbiased recruitment process for all parties.
Apply as soon as possible, no later than 2026-10-30. Screening will take place on an ongoing basis during the application period. Logical and personality tests may be used as part of the selection process, and a background check may be required for this role.
If you have questions or would like more information, please contact:
Theofanis Papamichail, Unit Manager, [email protected] or Matthias Budde, Functional manager, [email protected]
We look forward to your application!
This recruitment process is handled by Scania for TRATON Group R&D